Affordability Check
How to afford Exjade
Generic name: deferasirox
Pick how you're covered. We'll show you the cheapest legitimate way to get Exjade — your insurance copay, manufacturer savings, charity grants, or cash price. It takes 30 seconds and we never ask for your personal information.
Pick an option above to see your specific path.
Different insurance means different laws and different savings. For example, Medicare patients cannot use manufacturer copay cards (federal law) — but the manufacturer almost always has a Patient Assistance Program that gives the drug free.
About Exjade and its cost
What is this medication? Exjade, which contains the active ingredient deferasirox, is a prescription medicine used to treat chronic iron overload. This condition frequently occurs in patients who receive multiple blood transfusions for medical issues like sickle cell disease or other types of chronic anemia. Because the human body lacks a natural way to remove excess iron acquired through transfusions, the mineral can build up over time and cause life-threatening damage to the heart, liver, and other vital organs.
The medication is also used for patients with non-transfusion-dependent thalassemia who have excessive iron levels in their systems. Exjade works as an iron chelator, meaning it attaches to the extra iron present in the body so it can be safely excreted through the stool. By helping to lower total iron stores, the drug helps prevent the long-term health complications associated with iron toxicity.
Exjade is made by a pharmaceutical manufacturer. Like most brand-name drugs, it's priced at a high list price — but patients rarely pay that list price. The options above are the real paths most people use to get it affordably.
Common questions
What's the cheapest way to afford Exjade?
It depends on your insurance. On Medicare, apply for the manufacturer's Patient Assistance Program (PAP) — it gives the drug free if you meet income requirements. With private insurance, the manufacturer copay card usually drops your copay to $0-$25. Uninsured patients should compare the PAP with Cost Plus Drugs cash price.
Can I use a copay card with Medicare for Exjade?
No — federal law (the Anti-Kickback Statute) prohibits manufacturer copay cards on Medicare, Medicaid, TriCare, and VA prescriptions. But the manufacturer has a separate Patient Assistance Program for Medicare beneficiaries. Check the options above.
Does my Medicare Part D plan cover Exjade?
Part D coverage varies by plan. We query the CMS Prescription Drug Plan file to show you what percentage of plans cover it and at what tier. For your exact copay, pick "Medicare" above and check your plan's Summary of Benefits, or log in to Medicare.gov.
How long does a Patient Assistance Program take?
Most PAPs take 2-6 weeks from application to first fill. Ask the manufacturer about a "bridge supply" — many will ship 30 days free while your application is being reviewed so you don't go without the drug.
What if I have a high-deductible plan?
For generics, Cost Plus Drugs cash price is often cheaper than your deductible-phase copay. For brand names, the manufacturer copay card almost always wins. A GoodRx coupon can be a last resort for uncovered drugs, but it doesn't count toward your deductible.
Are there charity grants for Hemochromatosis?
Charities like HealthWell Foundation, PAN Foundation, Good Days, and the National Organization for Rare Disorders provide copay help for specific conditions. Funds often run out mid-year — apply early. We list the specific grants for your condition in the options above.
More about Exjade
Full Exjade drug page
FDA label, prior authorization rules, full indications list
More options for Hemochromatosis
Drugs, grants, and assistance for this condition
Guide to Patient Assistance Programs
How PAPs work, who qualifies, typical wait times
If your insurance denied coverage
5-level appeal playbook — Medicare has a 60% win rate at Level 3